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Movie poster: Si yo fuera diputado (1952)
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Si yo fuera diputado

1952 · 95 min Comedy
7.4 / 10 · TMDB

A simple, honest Mexican man finds himself unexpectedly thrust into the whirlwind of political life as a candidate for deputy. His naive notions of justice and desire to help ordinary people collide with the cynical reality of corruption and bureaucracy. He attempts to push through a bill to aid the poor, but faces systemic resistance at every turn. His sincerity becomes both his greatest weapon and his most profound vulnerability in a world governed by intrigue and self-interest.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1952
Country Mexico
Genre Comedy
Director Miguel M. Delgado
Runtime 95 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.4/10 (72 votes)

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A classic Mexican comedy from the 50s, wrapping sharp social satire in a light, almost vaudevillian package. The film skillfully uses gags and comedic situations to expose the absurdity of the political machine, while remaining an authentically popular and accessible spectacle.

What lingers after the laughter fades is a poignant recognition of the story's enduring relevance. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Miguel M. Delgado

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Sun-drenched streets, bustling markets, and polished yet hollow halls of power.

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